Important Update Regarding City Ordinance 154.201 – 154.213 (Building Regulations, Zoning Code, Sign Regulation)

To whom it may concern,

This letter is to inform all businesses operating within the City of Morehead about the upcoming enforcement of the city ordinances regarding signs, which aims to provide content-neutral sign standards and restrictions which allow for the legitimate signage for agricultural, residential, professional office, business, and industrial activities while at the same time promoting signage that:

   (A)   Reduce intrusions and protect property values;

   (B)   Minimize undue distraction to the motoring public;

   (C)   Protect the tourist industry by promoting a pleasing community image; and

   (D)   Enhance and strengthen economic stability.

Key details:

• Implementation date: April 1^st, 2025
• Impact on businesses: Signage not in accordance with the City of Morehead, Kentucky Code of Ordinances will be subject to the penalties listed in City of Morehead, Kentucky Code of Ordinances 154.993.
• Required actions: Review the city ordinances and make any corrective actions prior to April 1^st, 2025. 
• Review the attached guidelines: 

https://codelibrary.amlegal.com/codes/morehead/latest/morehead_ky/0-0-0-245714

• Contact: Code Enforcement with any questions: Tripp Greenhill (606) 548-1348

We appreciate your cooperation in making The City of Morehead a more beautiful community for all.

Sincerely,

Tripp Greenhill
Code Enforcement Officer
City of Morehead
dgreenhill@morehead-ky.gov
(606)548-1348